How to pronounce ergonomic
Say it like ur-guh-NOM-ik. Ergonomic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (NOM).
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- ur
- guh
- NOM
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ergonomic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- urGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- guhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- NOMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of ergonomic
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: ur-guh-NOM-ik.
What does ergonomic mean?
- Of or relating to the science of ergonomics.
- Designed for comfort or to minimize fatigue.
Words that rhyme with ergonomic
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Questions about saying ergonomic
How do you pronounce ergonomic?
Say ur-guh-NOM-ik. The American pronunciation is /ˌɝɡəˈnɑmɪk/. In British English it is /ˌɜːɡəˈnɒmɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ergonomic?
Ergonomic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (NOM). Broken into parts: ur · guh · NOM · ik.
Is ergonomic pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˌɜːɡəˈnɒmɪk/ (ur-guh-NOM-ik).